GUILTY OR - Dan Brophy, fatally shot at Oregon Culinary Institute, 2 June 2018 *Wife Arrested*

[Niner]

It actually says "Trial Starts" October 26th in the article. Sure is quick!!

 

[drama_farmer]

This NPR article provides some detail about her essay:
Novelist Who Penned 'How to Murder Your Husband' Essay Charged With Husband's Murder

IMO, the snippets of her essay quoted in the article don't appear as damning as I first expected, based on the headlines I've seen. It's the well worn trope of "truth is stranger than fiction" that is an internet site's clickable dream.

The "how-to's" in her essay sort of follow the basic structure of what you'd expect as the result of a writing prompt, and come across to me as more "light hearted" than indicative of murderous intent. Just MOO. IMO.

From the linked article (link above)
"As a romantic suspense writer, I spend a lot of time thinking about murder and, consequently, about police procedure," the post read. "After all, if the murder is supposed to set me free, I certainly don't want to spend any time in jail. And let me say clearly for the record, I don't like jumpsuits and orange isn't my color."

The essay described a range of possible motives for murdering a husband, ranging from avoiding the financial hit of a divorce to infidelity by a "lying, cheating ," and even the possibility that the wife is a professional contract killer.

It also weighed the pros and cons of different methods: "Guns — loud, messy, require some skill. ... Knives — really personal and close up. Blood everywhere. Eww."

She warned against committing a crime of passion: "Most of the time there is a trail that leads directly to you. Each type of murder leaves clues. A crime of passion does not look like a stranger was involved."

 

[JerseyGirl]

Her trial in front of Judge Walker is set to begin October 26.

Novelist Nancy Brophy arraigned for murdering husband

 

[Niner]

Friday, October 26th:
*Trial set to begin (@ 9am PT) – OR - Daniel C. Brophy (63) (June 2, 2018, Portland) – *Nancy L. Crampton-Brophy (68) “wife” arrested (9/5/18), charged (9/6/18) & arraigned (9/17/18) with murder & unlawful use of a weapon. Plead not guilty.
9/6/18 Hearing: Judge seals case affidavit. Next arraignment hearing 9/17.
9/17/18 Update: Plead not guilty. Trial starts 10/26.


Strange that a trial starts on a Friday - must be jury selection. ??

 

[Niner]

@JerseyGirl - do you have access to Multnomah County in Oregon court site? I can't access it. Was wondering IF there is a trial going on or not....

 

[JerseyGirl]

@JerseyGirl - do you have access to Multnomah County in Oregon court site? I can't access it. Was wondering IF there is a trial going on or not....

Do you have a link?

I haven't seen anything recent in MSM.

 

[Niner]

Since you asked - I looked it up - and can get in, but she is not there. She has about 4 other cases but those are all closed. So don't know now "where" to look.

This is the link I have:
OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search

 

[Niner]

okay - on this site:
Booking

I found here case #
Charges
Click on each court case number to expand the display and see the charges.

Court Case No. 18CR59251X DA Case No. 2388144X Citation No. None

1. MURDER (A Felony)
   Bail: $0
   
   Status: Released
   
   
2. UNLAW USE WEAPON (C Felony)
   Bail: $0
   
   Status: Released
   

Court Case No. 18CR59251 DA Case No. 2388144 Citation No. None

Ah Ha - her last name is all run together - cramptonbrophy - no wonder I couldn't find her.

 

[Niner]

OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search

10/25/2018 Waiver
Comment: Bail Hearing

10/26/2018 Trial - Twelve Person Jury
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 09:00 AM
Cancel Reason: Other

11/02/2018 Hearing - Custody Issue
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 8:30 AM
Cancel Reason: Other


Looks like no trial & the new court date as 11/2 was cancelled also. I'll keep my eye out on this.

 

[Niner]

I can't access the court site anymore....

Anyone want to help me?

Need to search under cramptonbrophy as last name.

TIA!

From the last time I had access - I believe the hearing on 11/2 was cancelled, as was her trial date on 10/26. Next court date would be nice.

 

[Niner]

And now it seems I can access the site - must have been screwing the other day....

10/26/2018 Trial - Twelve Person Jury
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 09:00 AM
Cancel Reason: Other

10/31/2018 Motion

11/01/2018 Motion
Comment: CLOTHING FOR ALL COURT HEARINGS

11/02/2018 Hearing - Custody Issue
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 8:30 AM
Cancel Reason: Other

11/02/2018 Order
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Comment: Allowing Clothing for Court Hearings on Motions & Subsequent Bail Hearing

11/19/2018 Hearing
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 01:30 PM


link: OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search

 

[Niner]

Monday, Nov. 19th:
*Hearing (@ 1:30pm PT) – OR - Daniel C. Brophy (63) (June 2, 2018, Portland) – *Nancy Lee Crampton-Brophy (68) “wife” arrested (9/5/18), charged (9/6/18) & arraigned (9/17/18) with murder & unlawful use of a weapon. Plead not guilty.
9/6/18 Hearing: Judge seals case affidavit. Next arraignment hearing 9/17.
9/17/18 Update: Plead not guilty. Trial starts 10/26. 10/26/18 Update: Trial was cancelled. Has hearing on 11/2, which was also cancelled.
11/5/18 Update: Next hearing on 11/19.

 

[Niner]

11/19/2018 Hearing
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 01:30 PM
Result: Held
Parties Present:
Plaintiff: State of Oregon
Deputy District Attorney: OVERSTREET, SHAWN M
Deputy District Attorney: Hermann, Nicole M
Defendant: Brophy, Nancy Lee Crampton
Court Appointed: DUNN, KATHLEEN ERIN

11/19/2018 Order - Appear
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R

02/01/2019 Hearing - Custody Issue
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 09:00 AM


link: OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search

 

[Niner]

Friday, February 1st:
*Hearing-Custody Hearing (@ 9am PT) – OR - Daniel C. Brophy (63) (June 2, 2018, Portland) – *Nancy Lee Crampton-Brophy (68) “wife” arrested (9/5/18), charged (9/6/18) & arraigned (9/17/18) with murder & unlawful use of a weapon. Plead not guilty.
9/6/18 Hearing: Judge seals case affidavit. Next arraignment hearing 9/17.
9/17/18 Update: Plead not guilty. Trial starts 10/26. 10/26/18 Update: Trial was cancelled. Has hearing on 11/2, which was also cancelled.
11/5/18 Update: Next hearing on 11/19.
11/19/18 Update: Next Custody hearing on 2/1/19.

 

[Niner]

02/01/2019 Hearing - Motion
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 09:00 AM
Result: Held
Comment: Motion to Modify the Seal
Parties Present: Plaintiff: State of Oregon
Deputy District Attorney: OVERSTREET, SHAWN M
Deputy District Attorney: Hermann, Nicole M
Defendant
Court Appointed: DUNN, KATHLEEN ERIN

02/01/2019 Motion
Comment: PROTECTIVE ORDER RESTRICTING PRETRIAL DISSEMINATION OF PROSECUTION DISCOVERY TO THIRD PARTIES

04/19/2019 Hearing - Custody Issue
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 09:00 AM

link: OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search

 

[YESorNO]

Romance Novelist Who Wrote The Wrong Husband, Then Allegedly Killed Spouse, Is Sued by Stepson

February 20, 2019

"An Oregon romance novelist who allegedly murdered her husband last June is being sued for $1.7 million by the slain man’s son.

The wrongful death lawsuit against Nancy Crampton-Brophy filed by her stepson Nathaniel Stillwater claims the novelist “murdered and/or conspired with others” in the death of his father, well-known chef Dan Brophy.

“He doesn’t have any doubts she is responsible,” Christine S. Mascal, the attorney for Stillwater, tells PEOPLE.

According to the lawsuit, which was filed in Multnomah County Circuit Court Tuesday, Stillwater, as a personal representative of his father’s estate, is asking for $200,000 for his father’s pain and suffering; $500,000 for losses; and $1 million for Stillwater’s loss of his father....

But, in September, in a twist befitting her own romantic mystery novels, Nancy was charged with murder in Dan’s death. Authorities allege she used a 9mm handgun to commit the crime.

However, authorities have not revealed a motive or evidence in the case and they have not disclosed details on how they believe the crime occurred.

Nancy has pleaded not guilty and remains held without bail at the Multnomah County jail..."

Romance Novelist Who Wrote The Wrong Husband, Then Allegedly Killed Spouse, Is Sued by Stepson

 

[SeesSeas]

OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search
Case Information
18CR59251 | State of Oregon vs Nancy Lee Crampton Brophy

03/18/2019 Hearing - Further Proceedings
Judicial Officer
Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time
8:30 AM
Comment: Subpoena Return Date Do Not Transport

04/19/2019 Hearing - Custody Issue
Judicial Officer
Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time
09:00 AM

 

[Niner]

Monday, March 18th:
*Proceedings Hearing (@ 8:30am PT) – OR - Daniel C. Brophy (63) (June 2, 2018, Portland) – *Nancy Lee Crampton-Brophy (68) “wife” arrested (9/5/18), charged (9/6/18) & arraigned (9/17/18) with murder & unlawful use of a weapon. Plead not guilty. Held without bond. Multnomah County
9/6/18 Hearing: Judge seals case affidavit. Next arraignment hearing 9/17.
9/17/18 Update: Plead not guilty. Trial starts 10/26. 10/26/18: Trial was cancelled. Has hearing on 11/2, which was also cancelled. 11/5/18: Next hearing on 11/19. 11/19/18: Next Custody hearing on 2/1/19. 2/1/19: Proceedings hearing on 3/18, custody hearing on 4/19.

 

[Niner]

03/18/2019 Hearing - Further Proceedings
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 8:30 AM
Comment: Subpoena Return Date Do Not Transport

04/19/2019 Hearing - Custody Issue
Judicial Officer: Walker, Kenneth R
Hearing Time: 09:00 AM

link: OREGON JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT - Online Records Search

 

[YESorNO]

Details of murder case against romance writer should become public in 2 weeks, judge rules (with clip)

Apr 5, 2019

"A Multnomah County judge said Friday that in two weeks he will lift a protective order that has kept many details secret in the case against Nancy Crampton Brophy, the romance writer accused of murdering her husband at the Oregon Culinary Institute 10 months ago.

Circuit Judge Kenneth Walker denied the highly unusual request by Crampton Brophy’s attorney to keep the details sealed from public view....

Walker agreed that he didn’t have legal grounds to keep the seal in place. He said he’ll lift it April 19, the day Crampton Brophy is scheduled to appear in court to ask the judge to set a bail amount to allow her release from jail. She’s been held in jail with no bail since September.

Among the information scheduled for release: a probable cause affidavit that outlines the prosecution’s case against Crampton Brophy and a list of physical evidence collected by police who executed search warrants in the case...."

Details of murder case against romance writer should become public in 2 weeks, judge rules